Debbie Couch
"To make more of an effort to make less disposable waste. Stay up to date on all my yearly health exams. Make sure to give blood regularly."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 491 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO25plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO691pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO30milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO10itemsdonated
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UP TO1.0pint of blooddonated
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UP TO1.0well-being appointmentmade
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UP TO135minutes spentlearning
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UP TO1.0greener purchasemade
Debbie's actions
At Home
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.
At Home
Repair an Item
I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.
At Work
Prevent Recycling Contamination
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 30 minutes learning about which items are recyclable both at my workplace and at home since they may be different, and recycle only those items.
At Home
Learn the Truth about Expiration Dates
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Health & Well-being
Go Get a Check Up
I will make 1 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)
At Home
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
Health & Well-being
Learn About Constructive Communication
I will spend 60 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.
At Home
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
In Our Communities
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 1 locally-sourced meals.
At Work
Greener Purchasing
I will select a greener option when purchasing supplies, such as products that have environmental certifications, less packaging, or other environmental attributes, or come from local vendors.
Health & Well-being
Gratitude
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.
One Healthcare
Donate Blood
I will donate blood in my community to make sure there are adequate supplies for routine medical services and emergencies.
At Work
Work From Home
I will work from home 30 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
One Healthcare
Use A Reusable Mug/Bottle
I will keep 10 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIn Our Communities Buy From a Farmers MarketDid procuring local ingredients impact the way you think about food or the meals you decided to prepare? If so, how?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 6:20 AMThe produce is so much fresher. We actually have a farmers market right around the corner from my house. It gives me a chance to try items that I might not try from the store. They are able to provide more info and different ways to prepare it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIn Our Communities Donate ItemsWhy is it important to consider how and to whom you donate your no-longer-needed items?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Work Greener PurchasingWhat green attributes do you look for when making purchasing decisions?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Work Prevent Recycling ContaminationWhat have you learned about what is accepted by local haulers for recycling, what you can drop off or ship to certain places, and what is not recyclable in your area? What is the most difficult part of recycling for you?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 6:13 AMI need to separate the recyled items. We have a separate place to take metal items. Separate the plastic and paper in the blue bags you can buy at the store. This will make sure they are sorted correctly. Finding stores that sell the clear blue bags. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Well-being Learn About Constructive CommunicationWhat is one way you would like to improve your communication skills? Why is constructive communication important at work and at home?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:59 AMTo communicate my feelings instead of thinking someone can read my mind. I can only do my best at work if I communicate. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Well-being Go Get a Check UpHow do you practice self care? Why is it important?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:58 AMI make sure to take my meds everyday. I make sure to go to my appointments regularly. In order to live my best life I need to take care of myself. Take care of myself doesn't just help me but those in my life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOne Healthcare Donate BloodWhy do you donate blood?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:53 AMSo that I can't help someone who needs it. I am O negative and I can give to any blood type. My blood can be used in several different ways. It can save a life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Home Adjust the ThermostatWhat other steps can you take each day to heat and cool your home more efficiently?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:52 AMOpen the windows instead of turning on the AC. Make sure doors and windows are letting air in and out. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Home Repair an ItemWhat was the last item you repaired? How did you do it and what was the outcome? What are your favorite resources for learning how to repair items yourself?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:50 AMI repaired a pair of pants with a hole in them. I hand stitched the hole with a patch on the inside of the pants. I watch videos on the internet and it shows direction on how to repair my item. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Home Switch to Cold WaterHow else can you reduce the environmental footprint of clothing and textiles?
Debbie Couch 4/30/2024 5:48 AMI wash some items in clothing less often since they don't need it. I try to make sure that I use the correct water level for my loads. I repair clothing that I am able to instead of throwing them away.